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Cheat Curl demonstration

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Strength / Barbell

Cheat Curl

A momentum-assisted bicep curl using slight hip drive on the way up and a slow, controlled lowering phase.

Equipment

Barbell

Experience

intermediate

Movement

isolation

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Lower Back · Brachialis · Brachioradialis

Instructions

  1. 01

    Stand holding weight at thigh level with an underhand grip.

  2. 02

    Use a slight hip drive to start the curl.

  3. 03

    Curl the weight up toward your shoulders explosively.

  4. 04

    Lower the weight slowly under control through the full range.

  5. 05

    Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.